Xena Networks Crowned as a Red Herring Top 100 Europe Tech Startup 2011

Copenhagen, Denmark (PRWEB) June 02, 2011

At an awards ceremony in Amsterdam last week, Xena Networks won a place on Red Herrings prestigious Top 100 Award which recognizes the leading private companies from Europe, celebrating these startups across their respective industries.

Were extremely proud of this achievement, says Jacob Nielsen, CEO at Xena Networks. Its a huge challenge to be successful in the current financial climate, so to make it into Red Herrings Top 100 is a great accolade for everyone at Xena Networks whove worked so hard the last 12 months.

Red Herrings Top 100 Europe list has become a mark of distinction for identifying new companies and entrepreneurs such as Facebook, Twitter, Google, Skype, YouTube, and eBay would change the way we live and work.

Choosing the companies with the strongest potential was no small feat, said Alex Vieux, publisher and CEO of Red Herring. Xena Networks embodies the vision, drive and innovation that define a successful entrepreneurial venture. Xena can be proud of its accomplishment, as the competition was very strong.

Following the Frost & Sullivan award we won last year, the Red Herring award confirms we are on the right path, says Jacob Nielsen.

"We are maintaining our focus on being industrys de-facto provider of 'value' L2-L3 gigabit Ethernet test equipment, but with a view to emerging as a leader in the upcoming 40/100G market. Product development will continue to be user-driven and we are now expanding Xenas activities geographically to include the BRIC region and an even more active presence in the US."

About Xena Networks

Founded in 2007 and based in Denmark, Xena develops affordable, easy-to-use, and flexible L2-L3 gigabit Ethernet test solutions. The company markets its award-winning products through an international network of sales partners and has a series of strategic technology partnerships. Its success is based on offering value for money with free software and free tech support, being highly responsive to customer demands while developing state-of-the-art features for the emerging 40/100GigE test market. For more information, please visit: http://www.xenanetworks.com

Or contact:

Christopher Lind Arlaud

VP Marketing

Xena Networks

Graabroedretorv 6, 3. sal

1154 Copenhagen K

Denmark

Phone: +45 30 20 50 46

cla(at)xenanetworks(dot)com

http://www.xenanetworks.com

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The Need to Know Info to Grow Your Business in 2011 -- Madwire Media Launches Marketing Online 2011

Loveland, CO (PRWEB) March 7, 2011

Almost three months into the New Year and many businesses are now asking themselves, how can my business grow in 2011? What works? What doesnt work? How much money will a marketing campaign cost? These questions can be scary, but not if you have a phenomenal marketing plan that drives results.

To be successful in business, a website design that converts clicks to customers, proper on and off-site SEO, and diversified marketing online that has the best possible return on investment is crucial. Getting those three things right is not easy, but Madwire Media's new Marketing Online 2011 guide provides expert guidance on all three totally free. Prepare for your business to burst at the seams.

Madwire Media's new Marketing Online 2011 guide explains how and why marketing online is crucial to business and the proven techniques that can and will grow businesses faster than expected. With 22 pages of abundant information, your business is sure to be inspired and thrive after you read what Madwire Media has to say.

The best part about this free guide is what comes with it. Not only does it include 22 pages of information, it also includes super sick website design mockup, free website SEO analysis and free webinar access. So don't delay. If you are ready for your business to dominate, visit the website and get your free Marketing Online 2011 guide today, http://www.marketingonline2011.com.

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Mobile Madness! "Cash Glut!" Corum Group to Present November 2011 Tech M&A Monthly Report

Seattle, Washington (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Corum Group, the international leader in software and technology merger and acquisition services, is proud to announce its next exclusive monthly web event, Mobile Madness + Cash Glut + Japans Buying! on November 3, 2011, at 1 p.m. EDT. Alan Gould of Westlake Software will join Corum panelists as a guest analyst, reporting on the mobile space. Other guest panelists include Vijay Tella of Qik, which sold to Skype, and Jonas Gyllensvaan of Conceivium, which sold to Fixmo, to discuss the sales of their mobile software companies.

Corums monthly Tech M&A web events always feature the Corum Index, a discussion on current trends and business valuations in the tech M&A sector, with information broken down into 6 market segments and 26 separate sub-categories. This allows executives from every field to see specifically where their company is trending with up-to-the-moment statistics. The Corum Index discussion features Corum's own research team, who measure recent M&A activity against long-term trends, and offer insight on what to expect in coming months.

The web event will end with a Q&A session, including members of the seller's panel, so that attendees can get information directly from the source. Participants are welcome to send in their questions via Webex, as Corum researchers and deal makers will also participate, providing an excellent opportunity for those hesitant about M&A to find out how to get started, and what trends to bet on. Questions that are not answered during the web event will be responded to via personal contact afterward.

This web event will be broadcast live on November 3, 2011, starting at 1 p.m. EST. Participants are encouraged to register early, as space is limited. Two rebroadcasts for European and Asian audiences are scheduled for November 10, at 3:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. EST.

Registration for the November Tech M&A Monthly webinar is free of charge, but space is limited. To register, visit https://mergersandacquisitions.webex.com

About Corum Group

With headquarters in Seattle and Zurich, Corum Group has completed more Tech M&A transactions than anyone other M&A firm globally. As a tech M&A leader, Corum also sponsors more than 100 educational events for tech executives every year, and has hosted seminars on building value and tech M&A in 32 countries.

Corum Group has recorded hundreds of transactions and has helped generate billions of dollars in wealth. Corums primary deal-makers are all former software CEOs, and insure more smooth mergers and acquisitions processes than any other M&A advisors. From Silicon Valley to Seattle to international deals across Europe and in Asia, the totality of the merger and acquisition process, are within the purview of Corum's M&A advisers.

About Corum Web Events

Corum Group hosts a monthly webinar featuring up-to-date content and statistics reflecting both the M&A market of the last month, and perspective on where it is going. Webinars feature guest speakers, including acquisition executives from companies like Google, Microsoft, and HP, as well as private equity investors, and executives from recently acquired companies. Regular segments on Corum's web events also include the Corum Index, an overview of the tech industry with an eye on tech M&A and business valuation trends, panel discussions, and Q&A.

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The Best Search Engine Optimization Companies Ranked in India by topseos.in for November 2011

(PRWEB) November 03, 2011

topseos.in, the independent authority on search vendors in India, has released their list of the thirty best search engine optimization companies in India for the month of November 2011. The companies which have made the list of the best SEO services were evaluated using a meticulous evaluation process designed to test both agencies and software vendors. Various important aspects of search engine optimization services have been critiqued in order to measure the performance of each SEO company which is evaluated.

The Managing Partner of topseos.in (http://www.topseos.in/), Jeev Trika, explains we often times talk to the clients of the agencies. We address how much needs analysis was performed by the agency prior to any work being conducted, the quality of keyword analysis carried out, and both the on page and off page optimization strategies implemented by the agency.

The Top 30 SEO Companies in India for November 2011 are:

1) SEOValley Solutions Private Limited

2) SEO Beam

3) SeoTonic Web Solutions Private Ltd.

4) PageTraffic

5) Outsource SEO

6) Internet Moguls

7) Onwards Ranking

8)Seo Expert Company India

9) SEO Logistics

10) Samyak Online Services Pvt. Ltd.

11)Cyberframe

12) Guide5.com

13) AdLift

14) Varshyl Tech

15) Performetris

16) WebNetCreatives

17) VTech SEO India

18)Techmagnate

19) Niche United IT Solutions Pvt.Ltd.

20) Communicate2

21) SEOXperts India

22) AuroIN LLC

23) Cignus Web Services India

24)SeoWorkz Company

25)Glosoft India

26)Palcom Web Pvt Ltd.

27) SEO Discovery Crop.

28) Empowered SEO

29) a7technologies.com

30) BrainPulse Technologies

topseos.in provides a unique approach to evaluating and ranking each SEO agency. Each SEO service identified through this process has proven to topseos.in that they are able to achieve results which provide great value to their customers while dedicating themselves to customer satisfaction and setting realistic goals and expectations for their campaigns. The list created through this process is a list of the top vendors in India who are able to achieve. Three or more customers of each company were contacted and interviewed in regards to the services they received from their service provider in order to gauge the level of service provided by the SEO service. Different general and specific questions were asked of the SEO companies:

The Best Search Engine Optimization Companies Ranked in Canada by canada.topseos.com for November 2011

(PRWEB) November 03, 2011

canada.topseos.com, the independent authority on search vendors in Canada, has released their list of the thirty best SEO companies in Canada for the month of November 2011. The list of the best is compiled based on the results of a proprietary evaluation process which utilizes a set of evaluation criteria containing the five most important values of a successful SEO service. Companies listed in the list of the best SEO companies have proven their ability to achieve continuous results for their customers with high search engine ranking positions and the ability to not only achieve but maintain results.

The Managing Partner of canada.topseos.com (http://canada.topseos.com/), Jeev Trika, explains we often times talk to the clients of the agencies. We address how much needs analysis was performed by the agency prior to any work being conducted, the quality of keyword analysis carried out, and both the on page and off page optimization strategies implemented by the agency.

The Top 30 SEO Companies in Canada for November 2011 are:

1) Search Engine People

2) 1st on the List Promotion Inc.

3) First Page SEO

4) Welpix Visual Media Toronto

5) Bloom Search Marketing

6) WebiMax

7) Pitstop Media Inc

8) Mediative

9) Seologist

10) FreshPromo

11) 6S Marketing Inc.

12) Search3w (Acroterion Inc.)

13) eMarketing 101

14) PlueMarketing

15) MetaSEO

16) Searching Works Inc.

17) StepForth

18) BubbleUP Marketing

19) Tas Technologies

20) Beanstalk

21) Wisdek Corp.

22) SEOBiz Solutions Inc

23) Bay Street SEO

24) SitePosition

25) Search Rank Professionals

26) Virtually Canadian / Guaranteed SEO

27) Metamend

28) First2Search

29) Relentless Technology

30) Page Zero Media

canada.topseos.com provides a unique approach to evaluating and ranking each SEO agency. Every SEO company ranked in the list of top SEO service providers has proven to canada.topseos.com that they are able to achieve results which provide great value to their customers while ensuring that ethical practices are being followed and results are being achieved. At least three customer references for each company evaluated are contacted and the actual performance of each agency was compared between its competitors. Different general and specific questions were asked of the SEO companies:

Garmin Forerunner 610 Voted Best GPS Watch for 2011 by Heart Rate Watch Company

Bozeman, MT (PRWEB) November 15, 2011

The Garmin Forerunner 610 has been voted as the best new GPS watch for 2011 by the staff at the Heart Rate Watch Company. "The Garmin 610 broke new ground with touch screen navigation, screen customization and in bringing innovative new features like training load to the Garmin fitness line up," says Rusty Squire, President of the Heart Rate Watch Company. He continues, "I used it for 2 months solid this summer and is by far the best all around GPS watch I have ever tested".

To celebrate the Garmin 610 the Heart Rate Watch Company is pleased to announce that it will be giving away free Garmin foot pods, normally a $ 69 retail value, with the purchase of any Garmin Forerunner 610 GPS watch from November 20th until December 7th, 2011.

Indeed the Garmin 610 was the first GPS watch to incorporate highly intuitive touch screen navigation into a heart rate monitor but it also added the ability to accommodate all the other outdoor sports besides running. "Runners look at pace in minutes per mile while practically every other sport uses miles per hour, so a lot of the pure running watches out there just don't have this versatility" states Squire.

If there is any chink in the armor of the new Garmin 610 then it is likely to be the battery life. The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries last for between 7 and 8 hours, plenty long enough for most athletes but a bit shy of the life span required for a full Ironman or an ultra-marathon. Fortunately for the ultra crowd there is the new Garmin Forerunner 910XT which has about 18 hours of run time in full GPS mode between charges.

The consensus of testers sited the vibration alerts and the nearly normal watch size as two of the things they liked most about the Garmin 610. This watch is about half the size of the early generation GPS watches like the Garmin 305 and that makes it much more adaptable to daily use.

The Garmin 610 also works with Garmin's cadence sensor for cycling and foot pod for running to give you run cadence and foot falls per mile. These additional data points help expand this watches versatility and usefulness to endurance athletes.

Mapping features on the Garmin Connect software platform are truly outstanding such as a single button export to Google Earth, a single button altitude correction and a player function that lets you freeze your precise measurements anywhere along your course.

Of course winter sports like alpine and cross-country skiing are also suitable for the Forerunner 610. As Squire says, "Once you own one of these devices you'll find yourself using it for many things beyond the original use, for instance mapping all of your runs for a day of alpine skiing."

It was this versatility along with innovative new features that made the Garmin 610 the Heart Rate Watch Company's top pick for new GPS watches introduced for 2011.

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AssureSign

Orlando, Fla. (PRWEB) August 15, 2011

AssureSign LLC, a leader in electronic signature technology, announced today that it has been named a technology Early Adopter by Microsoft, in recognition of making its AssureSign electronic signature software compatible with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011.

AssureSign leads the electronic signature market with easy to deploy tools that can seamlessly integrate electronic signature applications with Microsoft Dynamics

ERA Announces 2011 ERA Moxie Awards Winners

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) September 16, 2011

The Electronic Retailing Association (ERA), the leading trade association for direct-to-consumer commerce, announced the winners of the 2011 ERA Moxie Awards. The winners were honored at the Moxie Awards Gala on Thursday, Sept. 15th, at the 2011 ERA D2C Convention at the Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas.

Once again, the Moxie Awards celebrated the top campaigns in direct response marketing. My congratulations go out to all the winners as well as the finalists who have shown all of us what creative excellence is all about, says ERA President and CEO Julie Coons.

The ERA Moxie Awards represent the best in television, radio, online and mobile DR. Among the most anticipated awards presented are the Best of the Year categories:

Best Short Form of the Year Under $ 50K

Pajama Jeans
Concepts TV Productions Producer

Hampton Direct Direct Marketer

SRM Direct - Consultant

Best Short Form of the Year Over $ 50K

rip:60 with Georges St. Pierre and Jillian Michaels
R2C Group Agency

ICON Health and Fitness Direct Marketer

Best Long Form of the Year Under $ 250K

Save with CarMD
CarMD Direct Marketer

Euro RSCG Edge Producer

Euro RSCG Edge Media Agency

Best Long Form of the Year Over $ 250K

Wen by Chaz Dean
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Caudill & Associates Producer

Best Short Form, Beauty

Proactiv Solution: Justin Bieber
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Lieberman Productions Producer

Best Long Form, Beauty

Meaningful Beauty 3
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Lieberman Productions Producer

Best Short Form, Health

Biggest Lost Meal Plan by eDiets
R2C Group Agency

eDiets Direct Marketer

Best Long Form, Health

Nopalea Wellness Challenge
Luke Ellison Producer

Marcus Ellison Executive Producer

GDF Media Productions Production Company

Best Short Form, Sports & Fitness

Bushnell Tour V2: Take it from a Pro
R2C Group Agency

Bushnell Direct Marketer

Best Long Form, Sports & Fitness

Turbo Fire
Beachbody, LLC Direct Marketer

Script to Screen Producer

Best Short Form, Housewares

Swivel Store
Allstar Products Marketer

Blue Moon Studios Producer

Merchant Media Marketer

Best Long Form, Housewares

Ninja vs. Ninja: the Ninja Kitchen System 1100
R2C Group Agency

Euro-Pro Ninja Direct Marketer

Best Short Form, Intellectual Property

Your Baby Can Read II
Chad Murdock Producer/Host

M2G Media, Inc. Production Company

Denise Kovac Full Service Marketing Marketing Company

Best Long Form, Intellectual Property

Metamorphosis by Tracy Anderson
Script to Screen Producer

Bubi & Babe Exercise Direct Marketer

Best Short Form, Variety

TiVo Short Form Its Huge!
R2C Group Agency

TiVo Direct Marketer

Best Long Form, Variety

Rosetta Stone The Language Channel
R2C Group Agency

Rosetta Stone Direct Marketer

Best Celebrity Presenter

Alyssa Milano for Wen by Chaz Dean
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Caudill & Associates Producer

Alyssa Milano Host

Best Long Form, International DRTV Production

Presidents Choice On-the-Go-Gourmet
Kingstar Direct Producer

Best Short Form, International DRTV Production

Proactiv Solution: Japan
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Ductape Media Producer

Best Short Form, U.S. Hispanic

Muzzy
Omni Direct Direct Marketing Agency

Omni Direct Executive Producer

Best Long Form, U.S. Hispanic

Max Clarity The Zone for Straight Talk About Acne
Euro RSCG Edge Direct Marketer

Euro RSCG Edge Producer

Best DR Website Design

Proactiv Solution
Guthy-Renker Direct Marketer

Lieberman Productions Producer

Best Mobile Marketing Campaign

Core Rhythms Mobile Video Campaign
Oak Lawn Marketing Direct Marketer

Best Use of Online Video

Proactiv Solution
Guthy-Renker, LLC Direct Marketer

Lieberman Productions Producer

Best Female Presenter

Rhonda Shear for Ahh Bra
Rhonda Shear Presenter

TMGTV Productions Producer

Best Male Presenter

Chris Jacobs for Save with CarMD
Carmd.com Corp. Direct Marketer

Chris Jacobs Presenter

Best DR Radio Campaign

What If
Rosetta Stone Direct Marketer

Marketing Architects Agency

Best Live Shopping On-Air Guest

Forbes Riley for Urban Rebounder
Forbes Riley On-Air Guest

J.B. Berns Creator

Best Short Form, DR Corporate Branding

LifeLock Freeze Frame
Euro RSCG Edge Direct Marketer

Euro RSCG Edge Producer

Euro RSCG Edge Media Agency

Best Long Form, DR Corporate Branding

Mitsubishi A Beautiful Picture Deserves Beautiful Sound
Jon Schulberg Director

Schulberg Media Works Director

Mary Mangold Producer

Peoples Choice, Short Form

Pajama Jeans
Concepts TV Productions Producer

Hampton Direct Direct Marketer

SRM Direct Consultant

Peoples Choice, Long Form

Ninja vs. Ninja: the Ninja Kitchen System 1100
R2C Group Agency

Euro-Pro Ninja Direct Marketer

Volunteer of the Year

Scott Reid, Oak Lawn Marketing

Lifetime Achievement Award

Katie Williams, Ideal Living

DR Icon Award

Jack LaLanne

Marketer of the Year

Beachbody

To view a complete list of winners, go to http://www.d2cshow.org/awards.html.

About the 2011 ERA D2C Convention

The Electronic Retailing Associations 2011 ERA D2C Convention is the 21st annual show where the industrys top technology innovators, manufacturers, buyers and marketers meet to learn about the hottest trends in the direct-to-consumer marketplace and meet with partners and potential customers to seal critical business relationships. The event will feature more than 4,000 attendees and 120 exhibitors, a variety of education sessions on industry-related topics and expansive networking opportunities, as well as wide variety of events on the tradeshow floor. For more information, please visit http://www.D2Cshow.org.

About the Electronic Retailing Association

Representing a more than $ 350 billion market, the Electronic Retailing Association (ERA) is the only trade association in the U.S. and internationally that represents leaders of the direct-to-consumer marketplace, which includes members that maximize revenues through electronic retailing on television, online and on radio. ERA strives to protect the regulatory and legislative climate of direct response, while ensuring a favorable landscape that enhances e-retailers ability to bring quality products and services to the consumer. ERA members include some of the industry's most prominent retail merchants, including Acorn Corporation, eBay, Discovery Communications, Gaiam, Google, Guthy-Renker Corporation, HSN, Jewelry Television, QVC, ShopNBC and Thane. For more information about ERA,

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Savtira is Superhero Sponsor for Guavaween 2011

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) October 18, 2011

The soothing smell of brewing Cuban coffee wafts in the air as the hustle and bustle of industrial trucks and working professionals hit the busy brick streets of Ybor City. In just two short weeks, the sun will go down but those same brick streets will fill-up with costumed celebrators and superheroes for this years superpowers-themed annual Halloween street party and concert Guavaween, hosted by the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce and presented by Savtira Corporation, a new local B2B cloud commerce solutions company.

We are thrilled to be presenting sponsors of this years Guavaween. We are fairly new to the area but weve been calling Ybor City home for nearly a year, says Savtira COO, Mike Hansen. Guavaween is an excellent opportunity for our organization to connect with neighboring companies. Of course we are looking forward to experiencing the famous Halloween celebration for the first time as well!

Ybor City Chamber of Commerce has taken over producing Guavaween this year. The theme, Be a Superhero! represents the local attitude of the developing and ever-expanding popularity of the historic district, Ybor City including the businesses and corporations that are becoming established in the region.

Savtira has made a big splash in our community, opening job opportunities to our residents and showing great enthusiasm for participation in civic events such as Guavaween, says Ybor City Chamber president, Tom Keating. We see the company setting roots in the Tampa Bay area, so naturally we were elated with their decision to become presenting sponsor of this years celebration.

Savtira Corporation has continually expanded its workforce and presence in the local community, recently being selected as an award finalist for the Tampa Bay Technology Forums 2011 Industry Achievement Awards Gala. The companys CEO, Tim Roberts, was also a guest speaker for the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce September luncheon at the Columbia Restaurant. Savtira is a developing software-as-a-service (SaaS) Cloud Commerce solutions company using e-commerce as the platform to sell and distribute physical and digital goods in one unified shopping cart. Savtira builds e-stores, using cloud technology, for companies like online retailers and is also building carrier-class streaming capabilities. Savtira also offers partners access to a multi-million-item catalog of digital media and physical goods.

Guavaween, named after Tampas nickname, The Big Guava, is the annual Latin-flavored Halloween celebration, which is taking place Saturday, October 29 beginning at 3 p.m. in Ybor City. More than 20 years ago, Guavaween became one of the largest festivals in Ybor. Back by popular demand, the Mama Guava motorized parade will make its way down Seventh Avenue. The parade, led by Mama Guava, features floats and costumed characters tossing beads to spectators. Savtira Corporation is planning its special presenting sponsor float to be revealed on Guavaween night.

Tickets can be purchased at http://www.Ybor.org for $ 12. Parking is available at Ft. Brooke or Tampa Port Authority parking garage with a ride on the TECO Line Streetcar System. Streetcar hours are from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturday. A temporary end-of-the-line will be in front of the trolley car-barn in Ybor City from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Exact change is required to purchase fare cards onboard the streetcar. Unlimited ride passes are available for purchase by calling HARTs information line at 813.254.4278 or by visiting http://www.tecolinestreetcar.org.

About Ybor City Chamber of Commerce

The Ybor City Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center is located at Centro Ybor and provides a resource to all businesses and organizations in the historic district including restaurants, museums, theaters and attractions, retail stores and more. Residents and visitors rely on the chamber as a source for information and referrals for the Ybor City area. Ybors Chamber offers its members various promotional opportunities and a friendly environment for doing business. Monthly membership luncheons and evening events open a venue to network. Members also have the opportunity to post announcements and receive the bi-monthly newsletter, La S

Luxoft to Sponsor the American Cancer Society Discovery Ball 2011

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 28, 2011

Luxoft, a leading global provider of advanced application and product development services, announced today that it will serve as a gold sponsor and attend the American Cancer Society Discovery Ball 2011, taking place on April 30 in Chicago.

The Discovery Ball supports the American Cancer Societys mission to help people stay well, get well, find cures and fight back to ensure a world with less cancer and more birthdays. The event has raised more than $ 8 million since its inception in 2007.

Luxoft President and CEO, Dmitry Loschinin, will serve as ambassador during the event. More than 1,000 corporate sponsors and Fortune 500 companies are expected to be in attendance.

At Luxoft, we put great emphasis on charitable giving and involvement in causes that will improve lives in the communities where we work and live, said Dmitry Loschinin, president and CEO, Luxoft. Cancer impacts individuals of all ages globally and we are proud to participate in an event that raises such critical funds needed to discover new treatments and cures.

About Luxoft

Luxoft, a member of the IBS Group is an emerging global leader in application and product engineering outsourcing services for enterprise IT organizations and software vendors. Luxoft builds lasting partnerships with its clients, such as Boeing, IBM, Harman, Avaya, Areva, Sabre and other global leaders, based on the culture of engineering excellence, innovation, and deep domain expertise. Luxoft offers global delivery capability through its network of state-of-the-art delivery centers in North America, Central & Eastern Europe, and Asia. Luxoft`s customers benefit from the right mix of technology skills, industry knowledge, best-of-breed processes and methodologies, and a choice of engagement models.

About the American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force with more than 100,000 volunteers in Illinois and millions elsewhere, we fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. We save lives by helping people stay well, by helping people get well, by finding cures and by fighting back. As the nations largest non-governmental investor in cancer research, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do. As a result, more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer, and countless more who have avoided it, will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more or get help, call us any time at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.

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Punchbowl awarded Best Consumer Tech that Makes Life Easier at the 2011 MITX Innovation Awards

Framingham, MA (PRWEB) June 22, 2011

Punchbowl, the one-stop site for start to finish party planning, has been selected winner in the category of Best Consumer Tech that Makes Life Easier at the 2011 MITX Innovation Awards.

The annual MITX Innovation Awards program is the largest awards competition of its kind and celebrates innovations powering the future of marketing and revolutionizing the way we work and play. The MITX Award winners were announced in 11 general categories, several Best of categories, the PricewaterhouseCoopers Promise Award, Peoples Choice Awards for VC and Angel Investor of the Year. The sold-out ceremony was held on June 16th at the Westin Boston Waterfront.

We created the Innovation Awards to give exciting digital and Internet companies a chance to showcase their ideas and creativity, said MITX President Debi Kleiman. This years winners represent the very best of New Englands talent, and MITX is thrilled to honor their achievements.

Punchbowl is the leading destination site for start to finish party planning. The site offers a modern, effortless way to plan a party with innovative features that include customizable online invitations, potluck organization, gift registries, local vendor search and much more. Punchbowl guides a host through all of the steps of party planning and solves common problems along the way. The site is extremely popular with moms and is ideal for summer gatherings, birthday parties, baby showers, holiday parties, and more.

To be honored as the Best Consumer Tech that Makes Life Easier is wonderful validation of what our customers have been telling us all along, said Matt Douglas, Founder & CEO, Punchbowl. Innovation is at the heart of what we do at Punchbowl every day.

Judges for the MITX Awards included over 100 industry professionals representing various disciplines including creative directors, designers, technologists, online media representatives, investors, and business professionals. The 2011 Innovation Awards were sponsored by Digitas, Isobar, DLA Piper, PricewaterhouseCoopers, The Atom Group, BostInnovation, ISITE Design, Metropolis Creative, TCN, and VentureFizz.

Sign up for free Punchbowl account at http://www.punchbowl.com

About Punchbowl Software Inc.

Punchbowl Software is the company behind the critically acclaimed website Punchbowl.com. Punchbowl is the one-stop site that helps smart moms and savvy professionals plan a party from start to finish. The site offers a modern, effortless way to plan an unforgettable celebration with party planning features including customizable online invitations, potluck organization, gift registries, local party vendors and much more. Punchbowl also licenses its technology to leading retailers such as Oriental Trading Company and 1-800-FLOWERS. Founded by software and user interface experts Matt Douglas and Sean Conta, the company is located in Framingham, MA and is backed by Contour Venture Partners and Intel Capital. To learn more, visit http://www.punchbowl.com/corporate

About MITX

Established in 1996, MITX -- the Massachusetts Innovation & Technology Exchange -- is the leading industry organization focused on the web and mobile, bringing together the digital marketing, media and technology community to engage in whats next and how it will impact the marketing and business worlds. Connecting more than 7,500 professionals in New England, MITX is a dynamic community of thought leaders and collaborators in search of insight, education and opportunity. Creator of FutureM, MITX is located in Cambridge, MA. For more information, visit http://www.mitx.org/.

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